Aishah.mnasar
"I have a DeafPlus child, and your videos give me hope!"
@beachloveratheart
"You are an inspiration to many! Keep spreading hope to the DeafPlus Community!"
Pearl Johnson, M.A.
"He has consistently impressed me as a young man determined to overcome challenges and barriers. His perseverance and resilience inspire others."
Pamela Gannon
"Jeremy uses humor and creativity as he shares information about his life and access to all activities of daily living."
Brice L. Christianson
"It has truly been an honor to collaborate with Jeremy Smith from DeafPlusAdvocate on several projects, such as the Stanley Cup Final, the ESPY Sport Humanitarian Awards, and most recently, the 2025 Navy Federal Credit Union Stadium Series. These initiatives are designed to elevate the Deaf and hard of hearing community through the profound ripple effect of professional sports. I look forward to supporting DeafPlusAdvocate's continued commitment to inspire, educate, and bring about change through their influential platform."
Diane E. Bernier
"We were thrilled to meet DeafPlusAdvocate—a passionate voice in the community and a true champion for accessibility and inclusion. It was a meaningful exchange of stories, advocacy, and a shared mission to empower those we serve."
Joey Seifner
"At Veditz and Company Brewing Co, we believe in more than great beer—we believe in a stronger, more connected Deaf and Disabled community. That's why we proudly support DeafPlusAdvocate. Their work empowering Deaf and DeafPlus individuals through access, education, and real-life support is essential. When you support us, you're also helping us support them. Together, we're building a community where everyone belongs."
Devon Palermo
"Our collaboration with DeafPlus Advocate has been a resounding success, resulting in some of our most viewed videos and attracting new clients to our adaptive gym. We're thrilled to have formed such a strong partnership that not only raises awareness for adaptive fitness, but also creates a more inclusive and diverse fitness community. We look forward to continuing our work together and finding new ways to inspire and empower individuals of all abilities."
Patrick McMullen
"Inclusify Studios clients have been very pleased with their social media collaborations with DeafPlus Advocate. Their content is entertaining, engaging and on point. We look forward to continuing our relationship with DeafPlus Advocate."
Dr. Lori Day
"DeafPlus Advocate's participation on our community advisory board has brought invaluable perspective and insight through a DeafPlus lens and has enhanced the accessibility and usability of our mental health resources. He serves as a vital bridge to our diverse community, facilitating the dissemination of our resources and research. We are fortunate to collaborate with someone who shares our deep commitment to building a more inclusive community."
Darren Marquardt
"Jeremy Smith is a trailblazer. As a DeafPlus advocate and NVRC Board member, he brings a bold voice, fresh perspective, and unstoppable drive to everything he touches. His storytelling—especially through video—has energized our outreach and helped us connect with younger and more diverse audiences. DeafPlusAdvocate.com is a natural extension of his vision, and I have no doubt it will become a go-to hub for advocacy, empowerment, and community."
Dr. Penni Sweetenburg-Lee
"His advocacy for people with disabilities has gained him tremendous respect and support from legislators, state agency leaders and disability partners throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia."
Eileen McCartin PH.D
"We applaud Jeremy Smith for his exceptional advocacy and positive attitude…..he creates opportunities for people with and without disabilities to enjoy life."
